Battle of Ehzaab

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Battle of EhzaabAbu Sufyan had succeeded in forming a military alliance composed of the Jews and various tribes of the Arabs. The news of this great army was brought to the Holy Prophet (peace be upon him). He called a meeting of His Companions. On the suggestion of Hazrat Salman Farsi, a trench of a depth of five cubits and width of more than ten cubits was dug, all around. The ten thousand strong army of Quresh tried to cross it for 25 days but in-vain. At last, the army began to defect and Abu Sufyan was forced to lead it back to Makkah in utter depression.

Good Manners In Islam

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"Those who spend (freely), whether in prosperity, or in adversity; who restrain anger, and pardon (all) men; for Allah loves those who do good."   (The Noble Quran, 3:134)"

"Your Lord has decreed that you worship nothing but Him, and that you be kind to parents. Whether one or both of them attain old age in your life, say not to them a word for contempt, nor repel them but address them in terms of honor. And, out of kindness, lower to them wing of humility, and say: My Lord! Bestow on them Your mercy, even as they cherised me in childhood." (Al-Isra’ 17:23-14) 

"O you who have believed, let not a people ridicule [another] people; perhaps they may be better than them; nor let women ridicule [other] women; perhaps they may be better than them. And do not insult one another and do not call each other by [offensive] nicknames. Wretched is the name of disobedience after [one's] faith. And whoever does not repent - then it is those who are the wrongdoers." [Quran 49:11] 

1- The best among the people
Narrated 'Abdullah bin 'Amr: "The Prophet never used bad language neither a 'Fahish nor a Mutafahish. He used to say 'The best amongst you are those who have the best manners and character." (Translation of Sahih Bukhari, Virtues and Merits of the Prophet (peace be upon him) and his Companions, Volume 4, Book 56, Number 759)

Narrated 'Abdullah bin 'Amr: "The Prophet never used bad language neither a "Fahish nor a Mutafahish. He used to say "The best amongst you are those who have the best manners and character." (Translation of Sahih Bukhari, Virtues and Merits of the Prophet (pbuh) and his Companions, Volume 4, Book 56, Number 759)

Narrated Masruq: "Abdullah bin 'Amr mentioned Allah's Apostle saying that he was neither a Fahish nor a Mutafahish. Abdullah bin 'Amr added, Allah's Apostle said, 'The best among you are those who have the best manners and character."  (Translation of Sahih Bukhari, Good Manners and Form (Al-Adab), Volume 8, Book 73, Number 56)"


2- No vain talking
"And when they hear vain talk, they turn away therefrom and say: 'To us our deeds, and to you yours; peace be to you: we seek not the ignorant." (The Noble Quran, 28:55)"

"So leave them to plunge in vain talk and play about, until they encounter that Day of theirs which they have been promised!- (The Noble Quran, 70:42)"

3- Hyporcrites speak foul language
Narrated 'Abdullah bin 'Amr: "The Prophet said, "Whoever has the following four (characteristics) will be a pure hypocrite and whoever has one of the following four characteristics will have one characteristic of hypocrisy unless and until he gives it up.
1. Whenever he is entrusted, he betrays. 
2. Whenever he speaks, he tells a lie. 
3. Whenever he makes a covenant, he proves treacherous. 
4. Whenever he quarrels, he behaves in a very imprudent, evil and insulting manner." (Translation of Sahih Bukhari, Belief, Volume 1, Book 2, Number 33)" 

4- Deal justly and kindly
"Allah forbids you not, With regard to those who Fight you not for (your) Faith Nor drive you out Of your homes, From dealing kindly and justly With them: For Allah loveth Those who are just." (The Noble Quran, 60:8)

One of the Bukhari collection has a sepearte chapter that deals with Good Manners containing many authentic hadiths Read it here

In one occasion Prophet said
He who does not show mercy to the young and show esteem for our elders is not one of us." (Abu Dawud, At-Tirmidhi & Al-Hakim)

How To Become A Better Or Practicing Muslim?

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"If only Allah had guided me, I would have been among the righteous." [39:57]
"Whose hearts are filled with fear when Allah is mentioned; who patiently bear whatever may befall them (of calamities); and who perform As-Salat (Iqamat-as-Salat), and who spend (in Allah's Cause) out of what We have provided them." [22:35] 

Many Muslims come across with such questions. This article just gives the advice for the question as the true guidance comes from Allah Alone!

1 - Fear Allah - Yes to become a better Muslims the first thing you need to do is fear Allah. This doesn't mean fearing Him just by words but by your actions too. When you fear Allah and think that He is watching you all the time this might make you think many times before indulging in sinful and Haram activities. Many times in Quran it states of Fearing Allah.!"Indeed, Allah is with those who fear Him and those who are doers of good." [16:128]
"But yes, whoever fulfills his commitment and fears Allah - then indeed, Allah loves those who fear Him." [3:76]
"This is the Book; in it is guidance sure, without doubt, to those who fear Allah" [2:2]
One of the verse which states that those people who fear Allah will also fear to follow the footsteps of Satan and seek refugee
"Indeed, those who fear Allah - when an impulse touches them from Satan, they remember [Him] and at once they have insight." [7:201] 

2 - Don't Miss Salah [Prayer]
Salah helps and stops you from sins and is a sign of those who are righteous. Quran in many palces stress us to establish prayers
"Who establish prayer and give zakah, and of the Hereafter they are certain [in faith]" [27:3]
"And those who are patient, seeking the countenance of their Lord, and establish prayer and spend from what We have provided for them secretly and publicly and prevent evil with good - those will have the good consequence of [this] home" [13:22] 
The Prophet PBUH said,
“The five daily prayers and Jumu'ah to Jumu'ah is an expiation of the sins committed between those times so long as one is not guilty of major sins.” [Bukhari]

3 - Reading Quran
The second most important thing is reciting Quran even if it is a single page or a verse per day. The Quran states
"By the Qur'an, full of Wisdom" [36:2]
"So when you want to recite the Quran, seek refuge with Allah from Shaitan (Satan), the outcast (the cursed one)." [16:98] 
Reading Quran doesn't mean just reading but also acting upon it and preaching others. The Quran says 
"And certainly We have explained in this Quran every kind of example, and man is most of all given to contention." [18:54] 
"Indeed, this Qur'an guides to that which is most suitable and gives good tidings to the believers who do righteous deeds that they will have a great reward." [17:9] 

4 - Follow the Sunnah and Authentic Hadith
Yes it would be very beneficial to us. The sunnah and hadith of Prophet PBUH gives and guides us to the best way of lifestyle. This can be concluded from the below verses of Noble Quran 
"And what Allah restored to His Messenger from the people of the towns - it is for Allah and for the Messenger and for [his] near relatives and orphans and the [stranded] traveler - so that it will not be a perpetual distribution among the rich from among you. And whatever the Messenger has given you - take; and what he has forbidden you - refrain from. And fear Allah ; indeed, Allah is severe in penalty." [59:7] 

5 - Be Pateint
This can help one a lot of time. Allah loves those who is patient. The Quran says
"O you who have believed, seek help through patience and prayer. Indeed, Allah is with the patient." [2:153]
"And will reward them for what they patiently endured [with] a garden [in Paradise] and silk [garments]." [76:12]
In another verse the Quran says that best outcome is for those who are patient. 
"That is from the news of the unseen which We reveal to you, [O Muhammad]. You knew it not, neither you nor your people, before this. So be patient; indeed, the [best] outcome is for the righteous " [11:49] 

6 - Do not lie
Yes lying can cause many troubles not for yourself but to other peoples too. Allah says in Quran
"Unquestionably, for Allah is the pure religion. And those who take protectors besides Him [say], "We only worship them that they may bring us nearer to Allah in position." Indeed, Allah will judge between them concerning that over which they differ. Indeed, Allah does not guide he who is a liar and [confirmed] disbeliever" [39:3]
So how can one lie harming and spreading fitna and seek for guidance?

Other good points are:
7- Be good to your parents
8- Never Miss Jummah prayer [For males]
9- Be clean as purity is half of deen
10- Dress modestly
11 - Remember the following hadith, narrated by Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him), where the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said:
"Allah the Almighty says: 'I am as My servant thinks I am . I am with him when he makes mention of Me. If he makes mention of Me to himself, I make mention of him to Myself; and if he makes mention of Me in an assembly, I make mention of him in an assembly better than it. And if he draws near to Me an arm's length, I draw near to him a fathom's length. And if he comes to Me walking, I go to him at speed."
(Hadith Qudsi; Narrated by Bukhari, Muslim, at-Tirmidhi and Ibn Majah)
12- Try not to be alone as Satan mostly whispers when a person is alone
13- Be modest and dress modestly
14- Preach the faith and spread the knowledge to others

Why Hijab? Benefits Of Hijab

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"O Prophet, tell your wives and daughters and the believing women to draw their outer garments around them (when they go out or are among men). That is better in order that they may be known (to be Muslims) and not annoyed..." [Noble Quran 33:59]

1. Represents purity

The hijab is regarded like an indication of dignity and purity. It highlights Muslim women as chaste and pure women. It also sets the wearer apart from immoral behaviors linked to women who wear immodestly. Actually, the hijab acts like a screen between chaste Muslim women and the world’s evil.

2. Protects from male harassment

Most men do not make lewd gestures or whistle when a woman wearing a hijab passes by. In fact, men view the hijab like a sign that says off limits and thus do not approach such women. Muslim women by and large have a low chance of being exploited for their femininity and beauty in contrast with other women. Thus it protects from lustful eyes and harassment from strange men. 

3. Places focus on intellect

The hijab also benefits Muslim women by forcing people, particularly men, to go past the outer appearances and focus on the women’s intellect. Rather than assessing woman for her mind, the society usually assesses her based on physical traits. Many people are truly surprised when they discover that a Muslim who wears a hijab is articulate, intelligent and educated.

4. Eliminates competition amongst women

People in western nations are known for sacrificing health and financial savings so as to have expensive plastic surgery with an aim of meeting unrealistic standards of beauty. However, through wearing a hijab, Muslim women can go about their normal duties without worrying about impressing other people.

5.Hygienic Purposes:

All public should wear Hijab or head-covering workers serving society to ensure cleanliness and purity. Workers in a number of professions wear "veils" - nurses, fast food workers, and deli Counter workers, restaurant workers and servers, doctors, health care providers and many more.

6.Female Psychological Balance:

Covering the hair can also have a beneficial effect on the female psyche as well. Studies of women being interviewed for jobs show that there is a high correlation between what they wear and their perceptions of how successful they will be in their interviews. There are many more examples of how what we wear can influence how we act.

7. It Is A Modest Dress
It is a modest dress that guards your chasity and feminity from being exposing to public and strangers. 

Wearing a hijab does not have demerits and those who wear it have more strength and confidence as women become less mindful of their physique and appearance.

8. Protects From Sun Rays And Skin Cancer
Medical experts recommend people to cover up with loose-fitting clothing, especially those made with tightly woven fabrics as they provide a greater barrier between the skin and the sun. Bright or dark-coloured clothing tend to reflect more UV radiation than pastel coloured clothing and bleached cottons.

9- Hygiene
The head-covering ensures cleanliness and purity and prevents cross contamination and spread of infections and diseases.

10- Command From Allah
The creator has commanded you to guard your chaste and dress modestly. Allah says in Quran 
"And say to the believing women that they should lower their gaze and guard their modesty; that they should not display their beauty and ornaments except what (must ordinarily) appear thereof; that they should draw their veils over their bosoms and not display their beauty except to their husbands, their fathers, their husband's fathers, their sons, their husbands' sons, their brothers or their brothers' sons, or their sisters' sons, or their women, or the slaves whom their right hands possess, or male servants free of physical needs, or small children who have no sense of the shame of sex; and that they should not strike their feet in order to draw attention to their hidden ornaments. And O yeBelievers! turn ye all together towards Allah, that ye may attain Bliss." [24:31]

11- Identifies you as a Muslim: “Wearing Hijab identifies you as a Muslim, so anywhere you go, anyone who sees you immediately knows what I believe and what I stand for.” 

12- The hijab cuts down on competition among women. How many people in the West sacrifice financial savings and health in order to have plastic surgery - in a desperate attempt to meet up to an unrealistic standard of beauty. In Islam women are appreciated for their knowledge, peity and contribution to society

Health Benefits of the Hijab | Stunning Hijab 

Non- muslims will know our religion and faith, even without being introduced and thus it spreads message of Islam.
The Islamic dress maintains a state of balance within the human body that helps keep it healthy through out its lifetime. This proves that there are always valid reasons behind any divine rulings and regulations given to mankind and it is clear that the wisdom of Allah in prescribing such rulings related to hijab and the Islamic dress code provides protection not only from sociological and psychological issues but from a health perspective too.